The Early Childhood Community Development Centre provides information on private, unlicensed in-home child care options, licensed child care centres and child care fee assistance.

Offers drop-in and play activities, lending library, education groups, and resource centres for parents, caregivers and their children.

Programs for youth including peer support, counselling and social activities.

Groups and organizations that offer a variety of parenting support and education options. Contact the agency for details on the different meetings.

Organizations that provide social and recreational options for children and their families.

Many municipal Community Recreation Departments offer summer day camp options as well as summer activities, programs and public swimming/skating opportunities at a small fee. In some cases, there may be fee assistance available. Contact Information Niagara at 2-1-1 or 1-800-263-3695 for the phone number for the Recreation Department in your area.

Many of the public libraries, local YMCA’s, and the Boys and Girls Clubs may offer summer camps/programs as well as March Break and Christmas vacation activities. Sea, Air and Army Cadets offer programs for youth throughout the Niagara Region. There may be fee assistance available by contacting the specific organization. Contact Information Niagara at
2-1-1 or 1-800-263-3695 for information on the various opportunities available in your area.

Economical or no charge outings are available and include: cycling, hiking trails, Historical Carousel in Port Dalhousie, petting zoos, the Welland Canal Centre, museums, travelling playgrounds, and the Botanical School of Horticulture.

There are various team sports organizations including: hockey, soccer, baseball, ball hockey, softball, and lacrosse available to adults and children in the Niagara Region. There are also opportunities for figure skating, gymnastics and dance. Contact Information Niagara at 2-1-1 or 1-800- 263-3695 for information on the various opportunities available in your area.